Recovery after wisdom tooth extraction

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For the first few days after surgery, you should not have solid foods, alcohol, coffee, carbonated drinks, or hot drinks. Wisdom teeth take 3 to 4 days to heal, although they can take up to a week.

By implementing a series of simple steps, you can reduce the length of your recovery period. For example:

Using an ice pack to eventually reduce inflammation will also reduce pain. Avoid strenuous activities that may lead to re-bleeding of wisdom teeth. Use a special mouthwash or a solution of water and salt